Major responsibilities as a Research Officer in SIPRAD will include hands-on execution of in vivo experiments to evaluate compounds for efficacy and toxicity in translatable animal models of retinal angiogenetic diseases with clinically-relevant endpoints, especially with experience to handle rabbit.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice.

We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Research Officer

Date available: immediate

Date posted: 6 Apr 2016

Major responsibilities as a Research Officer in SIPRAD will include hands-on execution of in vivo experiments to evaluate compounds for efficacy and toxicity in translatable animal models of retinal angiogenetic diseases with clinically-relevant endpoints, especially with experience to handle rabbit.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice.

We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Research Officer - MAU lab

Date available: immediate

Date posted: 3 Mar 2016

The Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB) is a leading research institute in biological sciences funded by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). Its mission is to develop and foster a vibrant research culture for cutting-edge basic biomedical sciences. IMCB’s research activities focus on the areas of Animal Models of Development and Disease, Cancer Genetics and Therapeutics, Cell Biology in Health and Disease, and Structural Biology and Drug Discovery. IMCB is continuously looking out for talented people to contribute to its success.

Research Officer

A research officer position is immediately available at the Monoclonal Antibody Unit in IMCB. The successful applicant will be primarily involved in a project studying hepatitis viral infection of mice but is required to assist in other projects whenever necessary. A 1-year contract will be offered in the first instance.

The successful candidate must be stimulated by interdisciplinary discussions and be motivated to develop and carry out strategies that assess outcomes of specific mission oriented research.

Responsibilities::

Perform or assist in molecular biology and biochemistry experiments such as cell culture, cloning, protein expression and purification, Western blot and immunofluorescence analyses

Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in biomedical related areas
Candidate should be comfortable in handling live animals (mice)
Candidate should have good organizational skills and work attitude
Candidate should have good technical and communication skills

Applications are invited for a Research Officer position at the lab for microRNA Models of Cancer and Neurodegenerative Disease.

The candidate will be involved in projects related to neurodegeneration disease models in Drosophila. Other important responsibilities include upkeeping of lab reagents/equipment and fly stocks, and other lab housekeeping and administration tasks.

Candidates should be highly motivated, conscientious and able to work independently, with good organisational, verbal and interpersonal skills.

Requirements:

An undergraduate degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Neuroscience, or other biomedical science-related fields.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice.

The Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IMCB) is a leading research institute in biological sciences funded by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). Its mission is to develop and foster a vibrant research culture for cutting-edge basic biomedical sciences. IMCB's research activities focus on the areas of Animal Models of Development and Disease, Cancer Genetics and Therapeutics, Cell Biology in Health and Disease, and Structural Biology and Drug Discovery. IMCB is continuously looking out for talented people to contribute to its success.

A research officer position is immediately available at the Monoclonal Antibody Unit in IMCB. The successful applicant will be primarily involved in a project studying hepatitis viral infection of mice but is required to assist in other projects whenever necessary. A 1-year contract will be offered in the first instance.

The successful candidate must be stimulated by interdisciplinary discussions and be motivated to develop and carry out strategies that assess outcomes of specific mission oriented research.

Requirements:

At least a Bachelor's degree (preferably with honours) in Biological Sciences or related fields

Must be able to communicate well in English.

Research experience in virology and/or cell biology is preferred.

Prior experience in mouse experimentation is preferred.

Willing to work with live virus and mouse models.

Able to assist in laboratory administrative and management tasks including procurement and safety issues.

Able to work in a team and conduct independent research with excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills.